Nigeria’s hotel development pipeline in 2026 comprises 61 chain hotels across 11 international brands, totaling 9,147 rooms, according to data provided to Nairametrics by Trevor Ward, Principal of W Hospitality Group.

Lagos State accounts for the bulk of this pipeline, hosting all 11 hotel chains and more than half of the country’s planned rooms, reinforcing its position as Nigeria’s dominant hospitality investment hub.

The dataset is based strictly on signed development agreements between hotel operators and developers, covering both Hotel Management Agreements and franchise models.

It excludes announcements or informal listings and only includes deals that have reached a formal commitment stage as of early 2026. The analysis focuses on international and multi-country hotel chains, excluding purely domestic operators.

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This article identifies the hotel chains with pipeline projects in Nigeria as of 2026, the number of hotels under development for each chain, and the specific locations where these projects are concentrated.

BWH Hotels — 1 hotel

The BWH Hotels chain, which operates as a global hospitality network spanning more than 100 countries and territories, has only one planned hotel project in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline. The project is located in Lagos.

The group operates as an umbrella organisation for multiple brands, including Best Western Hotels & Resorts, WorldHotels, and SureStay Hotels, with a combined portfolio of about 4,300 hotels across economy, midscale, upscale, and luxury segments worldwide.

Hyatt — 1 hotel

The Hyatt chain, which operates as Hyatt Hotels Corporation, is an American multinational hospitality company headquartered in Chicago that manages and franchises luxury and business hotels, resorts, and vacation properties.

The group, which is part of the Pritzker family’s business portfolio, operates more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties across 83 countries under 35 distinctive brands worldwide.

In Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, the chain has only one planned hotel project, which is located in Lagos, further highlighting the city’s role as the primary hub for international hotel development in the country.

IHG Hotels & Resorts — 1 hotel

The IHG chain has only one planned hotel project in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with the development located in Lagos.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is a British hospitality chain with 21 hotel brands and more than 7,000 global destinations across its portfolio.

The group operates across luxury, premium, and mainstream segments worldwide, with a broad international footprint spanning multiple regions.

Leva Hotels — 1 hotel

The Leva chain has only one planned hotel project in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with the development located in Lagos.

Leva is a hospitality brand that operates across the Middle East and Africa and has built its presence within less than 10 years of establishment.

The group focuses on modern, lifestyle-oriented hotel experiences, positioning itself in the midscale segment with an emphasis on contemporary design and urban accommodation offerings.

Ascott— 2 hotels 

The Ascott chain has two planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, both located in Lagos.

Ascott is a global hospitality company focused on serviced residences and extended-stay accommodation, with operations in over 230 cities worldwide.

Its portfolio includes multiple accommodation formats such as serviced apartments, city hotels, and resort-style properties designed to cater to business travellers, relocating professionals, and leisure guests.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts — 3 hotels

The Wyndham chain has three planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, all located in Lagos.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is a global hotel franchising company with a portfolio of more than 8,000 hotels across 25 brands worldwide.

The group operates across a wide range of locations, from major cities and small towns to beachfront resorts and highway hotels, offering accommodation options across economy, midscale, and upscale segments.

Continent — 6 hotels

The Continent chain has six planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with developments spread across Lagos, Bonny Island in Rivers State, Ibadan in Oyo State, and Remo in Ogun State.

Continent is a hospitality brand operating within the midscale segment, with a portfolio focused on expanding hotel offerings across emerging and secondary cities in Nigeria as well as key commercial hubs.

Accor — 6 hotels

The Accor chain has six planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with developments located in Lagos and Abuja.

Accor is a global hospitality group with more than 45 hotel brands, operating over 5,800 hotels across 110 countries, representing about 880,000 rooms worldwide.

The group spans luxury, premium, midscale, and economy segments, giving it one of the most diversified hospitality portfolios globally.

Hilton — 8 hotels

The Hilton chain has eight planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with developments spread across Lagos, Abuja, Asaba in Delta State, Enugu, and Kano.

Hilton is a global hospitality company with over 100 years of operations, managing a portfolio of 27 brands. The group operates more than 9,200 properties across 144 countries and territories, representing about 1.3 million rooms worldwide.

It remains one of the most established international hotel operators, with a strong footprint across major global cities and emerging markets.

Radisson Hotel Group — 9 hotels

The Radisson Hotel Group has nine planned hotel projects in Nigeria’s 2026 pipeline, with developments spread across Lagos, Abuja, Aba in Abia State, Benin City in Edo State, and Yenagoa in Bayelsa State.

Radisson Hotel Group is an international hospitality company operating across upscale, midscale, and economy segments.

The group runs ten distinctive brands and has more than 1,520 hotels either in operation or under development globally, reflecting a broad and steadily expanding international footprint.

Marriott International — 23 hotels

Marriott International leads Nigeria’s 2026 hotel development pipeline with 23 planned hotel projects, spread across Lagos, Abuja, Asaba in Delta State, and Ibadan in Oyo State.

Marriott International is a global hospitality company operating one of the world’s largest hotel portfolios, with more than 30 brands and over 9,700 properties across 143 countries and territories.

The group’s portfolio spans luxury, premium, and select-service segments, offering a wide range of accommodation options across global markets.